Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Blue Mountains Floral Designs, we believe that online pokies and casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself viewing gambling as income or a solution to money troubles, it's time to seek help.
Gambling always carries risk. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never borrow money to gamble.
Age Verification
All players must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in their jurisdiction to participate in online pokies and casino games. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and comply with all Australian gaming regulations.
If you are under 18, please do not use our affiliated gaming sites.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem. Please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Lying to family, friends, or therapists about gambling habits
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, bills)
- Inability to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing anxiety, irritability, or mood swings when not gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Spending increasing amounts of time or money on gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online gaming sites offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a day, week, or month
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Period: Take a break from gambling for a set period without closing your account
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from a gaming site for a fixed or indefinite period
Use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support & Help Resources for Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, these organisations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counselling and support for problem gambling in Australia
International Resources
GamCare (UK)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Support for problem gambling in the United Kingdom
GamStop (UK)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling in the UK
Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling in Canada
National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Support for problem gambling in the United States
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Seeking help for problem gambling is a sign of strength, not weakness. Support is available and recovery is possible.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (freecall) or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for confidential support.
Remember: you don't have to face this alone. Professional counsellors are ready to help you regain control.